The Clearaudio Celebrity Al Di Meola Edition turntable adopts the silhouette of an electric guitar in a collaboration between high-end audio maker Clearaudio and Grammy-winning jazz guitarist Al Di Meola, using its unusual body shape as a tribute to his primary instrument.
The chassis is crafted from high-density wood fibre and is available in black or real rosewood veneer, with the traditional guitar volume control reimagined as a multifunctional touch dial that manages power and rotational speed. The package is limited to 1,000 numbered pieces worldwide and includes a specially pressed album and a custom guitar pick as part of the collector set. Technical features include a 30 mm main platter driven by a precision flat belt paired with Clearaudio’s Tacho Speed Control system, which monitors and adjusts speed in real time to maintain stability at 33 ⅓ and 45 RPM.
Guitar-Shaped Audio Players
Clearaudio Celebrity Al Di Meola Edition Mirrors an Instrument’s Form
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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